Advanced Practitioner - Children Disabilities Team - Gateshead

Reference: 670466

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Advanced Practitioner to join a Children with Disabilities Team in Gateshead. This is a rewarding role for a qualified social worker who is committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with disabilities and supporting their families through strengths-based, person-centred practice.

You will manage a complex caseload, completing high-quality assessments, care planning and reviews in line with relevant legislation, statutory guidance and local procedures. You will work collaboratively with children, parents and carers to identify strengths, needs and desired outcomes, ensuring that children’s voices remain central to decision-making. Responsibilities will include safeguarding, risk assessment, progressing permanence and transition planning, coordinating multi-agency support, and ensuring that services are proportionate, effective and responsive.

As an Advanced Practitioner, you will provide professional advice, guidance and support to social workers and other colleagues. You may contribute to reflective supervision, case discussions, quality assurance activity, learning and development, and the continuous improvement of practice across the service. The role also involves working closely with health, education, early help and commissioned services to promote positive outcomes and seamless support.

Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and valid registration with Social Work England, together with substantial post-qualifying experience in children’s social care. Experience of working with children with disabilities, safeguarding, court processes, complex family circumstances and multi-agency planning is highly desirable. You should have strong knowledge of relevant legislation, excellent assessment and analytical skills, and the confidence to make sound professional judgements.

You will be an effective communicator, able to build trusted relationships and manage competing priorities with resilience and professionalism. A commitment to equality, inclusion and participation is essential, as is the ability to travel within the area when required. In return, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while contributing to a supportive and practice-focused team.

From £34.45
Per hour
Added 10/11/2026
Reference: 670466

Advanced Practitioner - Children Disabilities Team - Gateshead

Gateshead, England, United Kingdom Temporary Children & Disabilities

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